1986 Dodge Daytona vs. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1986 Dodge Daytona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Daytona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 679 kg more than 1986 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Daytona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Daytona | 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
| Model | Daytona | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2210 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
